Why traditional timber wooden decking?

As the UK’s leading supplier of composite decking, you might be wondering—why do you also stock timber decking? It’s a fair question, and one we’re happy to answer. While we are firm advocates of composite decking and its many benefits, we also recognise that traditional timber decking still has its place. For some projects, there’s a practical need, or simply a personal preference, for the natural look and feel of real wood.

Understanding and facilitating the needs of our customers, we wanted to offer a timber choice, but not just any timber decking that may let you down through its quality. We have stocked a premium softwood spruce timber decking, which is one of the most popular styles for traditional wooden decking and supplied this as a chunky 35mm thick wooden board.

Cladco timber decking is kiln-dried for increased stability and water resistance, meaning it will give long-lasting satisfaction from the elements and provide a traditional-looking wooden deck with high-end quality and stability.

Our timber decking boards are also thicker than many standard wooden decking options on the market. At 35mm thick, compared to the typical 25mm, this added depth provides greater strength, improved durability, and a longer-lasting finish.

Whilst composite might be an option for some, thanks to its low maintenance and colour options, timber is still often the preferred choice when a traditional wooden decked area is required. Cladco timber decking is made from softwood, meaning it's easy to plane, drill and saw when it comes to installation. It can also be easily cleaned with a pressure washer and a suitable decking cleaner.

When installing timber decking, we recommend that it be installed onto a secure, solid base. If you want a full wooden deck, including the substructure, we now offer a range of timber joists and posts, meaning your whole project can consist of traditional timber.

Cladco timber wooden deck boards can be easily installed using stainless steel deck screws. These stainless-steel timber deck screws easily drill through timber decking boards and ensure that they will not split accidentally. Thanks to these stainless-steel timber deck screws there is no need to pre-drill, simply screw straight into the timber decking boards.

Traditional timber decking has stood the test of time and is still a popular choice for those who want an authentic timber decking area. Cladco timber wooden decking comes in lengths of 4.8m, making it suitable for most domestic and commercial areas. 

Have any questions or would like further information? Call our friendly sales team on 01837 659901.